Car Buyer's Guide

Mercedes-Benz EQV vs Zeekr 009

Mercedes-Benz EQV

Mercedes-Benz EQV

EQV300 Avantgarde

Zeekr 009

Zeekr 009

Verdict

The Zeekr 009 is the rational Malaysian buy at RM304,800 against the Mercedes-Benz EQV’s RM450,350: the RM145,550 gap buys a 116-kWh battery, 604 km range, 335 hp and 150-kW DC charging, versus 90 kWh, 374 km, 201 hp and 110 kW. Its 7.9-second 0-100 km/h time is 4.2 seconds quicker, too. The EQV counters with a useful 610-litre boot, 36 litres more than the Zeekr, plus a 200,000-km vehicle warranty. But the 009’s annual road tax is RM395 versus RM160.

EQV

Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQV if you need the larger 610-litre boot and value its 200,000-km manufacturer warranty.

009

Pick the Zeekr 009 if you want 230 km more claimed range, much stronger performance and far more equipment for less money.

Key differences

  • Price: Mercedes-Benz EQV RM450,350; Zeekr 009 RM304,800
  • Battery and range: EQV 90 kWh and 374 km; 009 116 kWh and 604 km
  • Motor output: EQV 201 hp and 362 Nm; 009 335 hp and 373 Nm
  • Performance: EQV 0-100 km/h in 12.1 seconds; 009 in 7.9 seconds
  • DC charging: EQV 110 kW; 009 150 kW
  • Boot space: EQV 610 litres; 009 574 litres

EQV

  • 610-litre boot, 36 litres larger
  • 200,000-km manufacturer warranty
  • ISOFIX on second- and third-row seats
  • RM145,550 more expensive
  • 374-km range trails the 009 by 230 km
  • 201 hp and 12.1-second 0-100 km/h performance are well behind

009

  • 604-km claimed range from a 116-kWh battery
  • 335 hp and 7.9-second 0-100 km/h time
  • Massage, ventilation and ottomans for the captain seats
  • 574-litre boot is 36 litres smaller
  • 150,000-km manufacturer warranty is 50,000 km shorter
  • RM395 annual road tax versus RM160
Price & overview
PriceRM450,350RM304,800
Body typeMPVMPV
SegmentExecutiveExecutive
AssemblyCBUCBU
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM160RM395
Powertrain
Engine Tech400V architecture400V architecture
FuelElectricElectric
Number of Motors11
Motor Horsepower201 hp335 hp
Motor Torque362 Nm373 Nm
Battery Capacity90 kWh116 kWh
EV Range374 km604 km
Charging Rate (AC)11 kW11 kW
Charging Rate (DC)110 kW150 kW
V2L3.3 kW
Drivetrain
TransmissionSingle Ratio AutomaticSingle Ratio Automatic
DrivelineFront Wheel DriveFront Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h12.1 seconds7.9 seconds
Top Speed160 km/h210 km/h
Dimensions
Length5,140 mm5,209 mm
Width1,928 mm2,024 mm
Height1,901 mm1,848 mm
Wheelbase3,200 mm3,205 mm
Weight2,635 kg
Doors55
Seats77
Boot Space610 litres574 litres
Front Tyre245/55R17265/45R20
Rear Tyre245/55R17265/45R20
Spare TyreN/A, Tyre Repair Kit
Factory TyresContinental PremiumContact 6Michelin Pilot Sport EV
Chassis
AssemblySpain (CBU)China (CBU)
Front SuspensionMacPherson StrutDouble Wishbones with Air Suspension
Rear SuspensionTorsion BeamMulti-link with Air Suspension
Front Wheels17" Alloys20" Alloys
Rear Wheels17" Alloys20" Alloys
SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Chassis NotesFour-chamber Air Suspension
Safety
AirbagsDriver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear CurtainDriver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag
ABS/EBD
Stability Control
Alarm
Immobilizer
Airbag Disable Function
Child Safety LockManual for Rear Doors
Seat Belts7 Three-point7 Three-point
Blind Spot Info System
ISOFIXAvailable for 2nd & 3rd Row SeatsAvailable on Four Rear Seats
Autonomous Braking SystemYesYes
Lane-keeping AssistSteering CorrectionSteering Correction
Collision Warning
Seatbelt ReminderAll SeatsAll Seats
Lighting
HeadlampsMultibeam LED ProjectorsMatrix LED Projectors
TaillampsFull LEDFull LED
LED Daytime Running Lights
Rear Foglamps
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
Cabin
Front SeatsPower Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, HeatedPowered Front Seats with Massage and Ventilation Functions
Rear SeatsCaptain Seats Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Recline and Slide, 33:33:33 Last RowCaptain Middle Seats with Massage, Ventilation and Ottoman Functions, 60:40 Split-folding Third Row
Front Air-conDual-zone Automatic Climate ControlDual-zone Automatic Climate Control
Rear Air-conSingle-zone Controls with Individual BlowersDual-zone Automatic Climate Control
SunroofTwin SunroofPanoramic Glass Roof
Power Sockets1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger Front, 2 USB-C Front1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Middle, 2 USB-C Rear
Interior LightingMap Lights & Ambient LightingMap Lights, Intelligent Ambient Lighting
Cup Holders2 Front2 Front, 2 Middle, 2 Rear
Sun ShadeSunroof ShadesPanoramic Glass Roof and Window Shades
Audio12.3" MBUX Multimedia with Burmester Sound System14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 30-speaker Yamaha Sound System
Convenience
Power WindowsTwo Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti PinchFour Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch
Engine StartKeyless Push ButtonKeyless Operation (Depress Brake To Start)
LocksKeyless OperationKeyless Operation
Auto Headlamps
Auto Wipers
Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise Control
Steering Audio Control
Steering Tilt
Steering Telescopic
Boot OperationPowered BootContactless Powered Boot
Parking Sensor Front6 Sensors6 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear6 Sensors6 Sensors
Reverse CameraYes, 360-degree CameraYes, with 360-degree Monitor
Auto ParkingYes
Folding Wing Mirrors
Bluetooth
Navigation
Head-up Display
Power DoorPower Sliding DoorsSliding Rear Doors
Hill Start Assist
Instrument ClusterFull LCD MonitorFull LCD Monitor
Parking BrakeElectronicElectronic
Warranty
Warranty Mileage Manufacturer200,000 km150,000 km
Warranty Manufacturer2 years5 years
Warranty Notes8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty8-Year/160,000 km Battery Warranty

Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.

EQV vs 009 FAQ

Is the Mercedes-Benz EQV or Zeekr 009 better?

The Zeekr 009 is the stronger all-round choice, with 604 km range, 335 hp, 150-kW DC charging and more rear-seat equipment. Choose the EQV only if its 610-litre boot and 200,000-km vehicle warranty matter more.

What is the price difference?

The Mercedes-Benz EQV costs RM145,550 more than the Zeekr 009. The cheaper 009 also has the larger battery, 230 km more claimed range and 134 hp more motor output.

Which MPV has the larger boot?

The Mercedes-Benz EQV has the larger boot at 610 litres, compared with 574 litres in the Zeekr 009. That is a 36-litre advantage for the EQV with all seven seats in use.

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